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Dr. Kincl begins a series of the “Hard Sayings of Jesus” with this difficult passage from Matthew chapter 5. What was Jesus REALLY saying when he told us to “turn the other cheek,” or “go the extra mile?” Listen closely as Dr. Kincl explains this hard saying of Jesus.

Continuing on in the “We Must...” series, Dr. Kincl expounds on the priority of worship. Various Passages.

Dr. Kincl expounds on the objective and subjective nature of believing. Listen as he explains the answer to “what must I do to be saved,” in a clear and concise way from Romans 10:9-10 and James 4:6-10.

Listen to Dr. Kincl’s message from Easter Sunday! The resurrection is an event that we will never forget! It is life-changing and brings great victory to believers! Follow along in Matthew 28.

Dr. Kincl discusses practical ways to get a vision for serving God.

With Election Day looming large. Dr. Kincl delivers yet another timely message. Continuing in his “Vision” series, Pastor Rich posits that the key for America is for Christians to do their job as salt and light in our nation. Get a vision for your nation, and allow Dr. Kincl to guide you through some practical steps for doing so. Follow along in

Dr. Kincl shares seven important principles to victorious Christian living even when there is no one to stand with you. The familiar passage about David and Goliath is brought into new light in this powerful sermon. Follow along in 1 Samuel 17:40-51.

Have you ever wondered why the early church believed Jesus could return at any time? Do you live your life believing Jesus could come at any time? Why is it so important to live as though Jesus could return at any time? Dr. Kincl gives practical advice for preparing for the coming of Jesus, and our response to the possibility that he could return at any time.

In preparation for partaking of the Lord’s Supper, Dr. Kincl reminds the congregation of the death of Jesus Christ and what it means to us as believers. Various Scriptures.

Dr. Kincl shares the importance of the word - the Truth of God in the spiritual growth of all believers. Listen as he discusses three spiritual stages. Take a moment and reflect on your own life spiritually as Dr. Kincl gives insight into how to grow spiritually.

Dr. Kincl provides practical filters for proper Biblical interpretation and application. What is the Bible saying? What does it mean? What does the Bible mean to me? In addition, Dr. Kincl lists the many things the Bible is good for and how we can all use this lesson to enrich our personal Spiritual Walk. As always, you’ll find Dr. Kincl’s teaching practical and appropriate for where you are. Follow along in

Dr. Kincl continues last week’s message series and delves into our surrender to God’s work in and THROUGH our lives as believers. Follow along in Philippians 2:12-13.

Dr. Kincl talks about being connected to the vine and bearing fruit as a believer. Follow along in John 15:1-8 as he continues his sermon series on Vision.

Praying in line with the will of God and spiritually “multi-tasking” are just two of the revolutionary concepts that Dr. Kincl discusses in this tremendous sermon on prayer and the content of our prayers for others and ourselves. Follow along in 2 Thessalonians 1:11-12.

This Memorial Day weekend, we remembered our heroes of this country who died serving it. As we remember those heroes, we also think of our spiritual heroes who still speak to us today. Follow along in Hebrews 11 as Dr. Kincl shares.

With all that our heavenly father has done for us, what do we owe him? How can we show honor to our father? Listen as Dr. Kincl gives great insight into how to honor our Heavenly Father this weekend.

Good News! The gospel is good news to everyone. God has made a way for sinful men to enter into a right relationship with Him. Listen as Dr. Kincl shares the good news from this well-known passage in Romans 3.

If you have ever had questions about baptism, you NEED to listen to this message.  Dr. Kincl explains very clearly the definition, the meaning and the methods of baptism.  Unclear about sprinkling, and if you need to be baptized?  This is the message for you.  Selected passages.

Continuing in the “Hard Sayings of Jesus” series, Dr. Kincl delves into the difficult phrase: “It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle, than for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of God.” Follow along in Mark 10:17-31.

This hard saying of Jesus is not difficult because Jesus said it was, rather over many years there have been so many different interpretations and variations on the Lord’s Supper that many have become confused about what this statement really means. Dr. Kincl very CLEARLY delineates what Immanuel Baptist Church believes and offers great insight into this scripture.

What if the worst thing could NEVER happen. Life would be much easier if we could be assured that the worst would never happen to us. Dr. Kincl shares about having true joy at Christmas despite uncertainty in the world around us. Follow along in Luke 2.

The second sermon in a series on the hard sayings of Jesus, “Lead Us Not Into Temptation,” is a sermon about the meaning of this tough phrase from what many call “the Lord’s Prayer.” Since we know that God does not tempt anyone (James 1:13), what is the Lord really teaching us to ask for when we pray this prayer? Follow along in Matthew 6:9-13.

The final sermon in the series, "The Hard Sayings of Jesus," is all about the "unpardonable sin."  What is this unforgivable sin and why can't it be pardoned?  Who commits this sin?  Follow along in select passages: Matthew  12:31-32; Luke 12:10; Mark  3:28-29.

The early church was DEVOTED to fellowship.  In this second sermon in the series, "Immanuel: A 21st Century New Testament Church," Dr. Kincl talks about how the early church was a SHARING church.  Citing ten practical steps for any church to be devoted to fellowship, this sermon is a gold mine about church relations.  Follow along in Romans 12:9-21.

Dr. Kincl shares the keys to being an effective minister to others.  Keying in on 2 Cor. 4:1-18, he reminds us that God has entrusted us as vessels to spread his glory and love with others.  Never lose heart as you minister to others' needs.

Every Palm Sunday, Dr. Kincl does a dramatization of a Biblical character.  This year, he portrayed Pontious Pilate.  Enjoy this creative reflection on the greatest trial ever held.

This is the first message in a series by Dr. Kincl entitled, "How to Be a Happy Christian."  God wants us to have joy in our lives, but he also wants us to be happy!  Follow along in selected passages:

Luke 12:15

1 Tim. 6:6-10

Matt. 25:14-15

Matt. 25:24-30

Phil. 4:11-13

Rev. 9:1-12

Ecc. 7:6

Many church goers are familiar with Henry Blackaby's book, Experiencing God.  Based on that theme, Dr. Kincl reminds us that Christians who have a relationship with God they are truly happy.  Follow along in John 10:2-4, 14.

"How to Be a Happy Christian: A Life Filled with Praise"
Jeremiah 17:14c
I. Introduction
Acts 16:23-26

II. What is praise?

III. Praise is a ---lifestyle---.

IV. ---How--- do we praise?

Psalm 34:1-7

A. ---Personally----

B. ----Verbally---

C. ----Continually---

V. ---Why--- should I praise God?

A. It ---builds--- my faith.

B. It banishes my ---fears---.

C. My enemies will be ---beaten---.

D. God's ---favor--- will be bestowed.

E. My future will be ---bright---.

How to Be a Happy Christian: Get Connected
Hebrews 10:19-25
I. Review

II. The context of our connectedness (Heb. 10:19-21)

II. ----Boldly--- Connect
Luke 6:45
Hebrews 11:6

A. To ---God--- (Heb. 10:21-22)
B. By ---testifying--- (Heb. 10:23)
1 Thessalonians 5:24
C. With ---others---- (Heb. 10:24-25)
1. Friendships are ----difficult to form--- in our culture.
2. Our culture does not ---foster--- friendships.
3. What ----Jesus--- knows.

"What is the Answer?" (PART 1)
Selected Proverbs
I. Introduction

II. Words of Wisdom
A. ---Fear--- God
Proverbs 1:7
Proverbs 9:10

You teach not only by what you say but by what you do

B. Guard your ----mind---.
Proverbs 3:3
Proverbs 4:23

C. ----Obey-- your parents.
Proverbs 4:10

D. Select your ---companions---.
Proverbs 1:10

"Summer School: The Issues of Life"

Salvation

I. Introduction
Hebrews 1:1-3

II: Jesus is the ----incarnation--- of God.
Philippians 2:5-7
John 1:1-3

III. Jesus was born ---of a virgin---.
Galatians 4:4
Matthew 1:18

IV. Jesus is the Supreme ---Revelation----.
John 14:6

V. Jesus is the Prophet, ----Priest----, and King.

VI. Jesus is ----divine and human---.

"Summer School: The Vital Issues of Life"

The Church

Ephesians 1:3-14

I. Introduction
Ephesians 1:3-14

II. We have been:

A. Called --before---- (vv. 3-4a)

election

B. Called ---out--- (v.7)

redemption

C. Called ---from--- (v. 4b)

sanctification

D. Called ---to---- (v. 4)

identification

E. Called ---under--- (vv. 8-9)

revelation

F. Called ---with--- (v. 10)

unification

G. Called ---to glory--- (vv. 11-12)

"Summer School: The Vital Issues of Life"
Family Wisdom

I. Introduction

II. Do NOT:

A. ---Baby---- your child.
Proverbs 29:21
Proverbs 1:8

B. Put your ---marriage---- last.
Proverbs 5:18-20

C. ---Push--- your kids into too many ---activities----.
Ecclesiastes 3:1

D. Be your child's ---best friend---.
Proverbs 19:18

E. Fail to give your child ---structure---.
Proverbs 29:18
Proverbs 29:15

F. Expect your child to ---fulfill your dreams---.
Proverbs 20:29

G. Ignore your ---spiritual life----.
Proverbs 21:3
Proverbs 21:2

Summer School: The Vital Issues of Life - Ministry
1 Corinthians 16:13-16

I. Introduction
1 Corinthians 16:13-16
Ephesians 4:12

II. The Qualities you have

A. Strong ---faith--- (v. 13)

B. Active ---love---- (vv. 14-16)

C. ---Redemptive--- purpose
Luke 19:10
2 Corinthians 5:18-19

III. Conclusion
1 Corinthians 14:26

"Three Dynamics Which Will Change Your Life"
Dynamic Worship
1 Samuel 4:1-22

I. Introduction
Dynamic Worship
Relevant Small Group Bible Study
Intentional Outreach

II. A time God did not show up....----and the reasons why---.

A. Men were not ---listening to God---
1 Samuel 4:1-3
1 Samuel 4:3-8

B. When our hearts are ----far from God---.

C. Our ---enemies are emboldened----.
1 Samuel 4:9-11
1 Samuel 4:12-22

D. Why did the glory depart?

III. Practical Application

A. We must:

1. Learn how to ---worship--.

"Three Dynamics Which Will Change Your Life"
Intentional Outreach
2 Timothy 1:11-18

I. Introduction
Dynamic Worship
Relevant Small Group Bible Study
Intentional Outreach
2 Timothy 1:11-18

II. How God ---Trusts---- Us.

A. God trusts us to ----share--- the Good News of Christ with others.

B. God wants us to be ----unashamed--- of the Good News.

C. God trusts us to ---preserve the integrity--- of the Good News.

III. How We Trust God

A. We trust God with the ---results--- of our outreach.

"Fear Not: The Future"
Matthew 6:25-34

I. Introduction

Matthew 6:25-34

Worry is a sin!

II. Jesus says:

A. Worry is ---unfaithful--- because of your Lord (v. 25)

Purpose!

B. Worry is ---unnecessary--- because of your Father (vv. 26-30)
Psalm 23

Provision!

C. Worry is ---unreasonable--- because of your faith. (vv. 31-33)
Haggai 1: 3-9

Priority!

D. Worry is ---unwise--- because of your future. (v. 34)
Luke 12:32

Pleasure!

III. Conclusion

"Fear Not: Rejection"
Daniel 5
1 Corinthians 4:1-4

I. Introduction
No one wants to be rejected.
Facing rejection is not easy.

II. The ability to face rejection and overcome fear

A. Understand what it is that will be ---measured---.

1. There are lots of ways to fail to measure up.

2. What really ---counts--.
1 Corinthians 4:1

B. Understand ---how--- you will be measured.
1 Corinthians 4:2

1. It is not about being ---successful---.
It is not about us....it is all about God!

C. Understand the importance of the ----Person--- doing the measuring!

"Fear Not: Death"

I. Introduction

II. Four things You Need to Know ---about Death---.

A. Death will ---come to you some day---.

B. Death will take you to ---one of two locations---:

Warning people about hell is the most loving thing you can do.

C. How to get to ---heaven when you die---.
Ephesians 2:8-9
Acts 4:12
John 14:6

D. Fear Not: Death has been ---defeated by Christ
Hebrews 2:14-15

IV. Practical Application
Philippians 1:21-24
2 Timothy 1:7

"Advent is Hope"

I. Introduction

II. Jesus is....
Isaiah 9:2-7

A. Wonderful ---Counselor----

B ----Mighty--- God

C. Everlasting ---Father---.

D. Prince of ---Peace----.

III. Because of Jesus....
1 John 5:11-12

A. We know ---what God is like---.
Colossians 1:15-16

B. Our ---sins are forgiven---.
John 3:16-17

C. We have ---hope of heaven---.
1 Corinthians 15:19

IV. Jesus gives us ---hope---.
1 Peter 1:3-9

V. Practical Application

"Advent is Love"

I. introduction
1 John 4:9-11

II. Three ways to Measure the value of God's gift to you:

A. God's gift to you is measured by its ----usefulness--- (v. 9)
Ephesians 1:4
Matthew 25:21

B. God's gift to you is measured by its ---cost--- (v. 10)

C. God's gift to you is measured by its ---effectiveness---. (v. 11)
Matthew 5:14-16

Ten Weeks of Spiritual Renewal: #1 "Fear Not: Only Believe" 2010

Proverbs 3:1-32

Ten Steps To Spiritual Renewal

#3: Doctrine: Right Belief, Right Thinking, Right Living

I. Introduction

II. Principles of Sound Doctrine

Jude 3

2 Timothy 3:13-15

A. ---Beware---

Eph 4:14-15

1 John 4:1

B. ---Know--- the Word.

C. Know the ---heart of God----.

D. Be ---balanced----.

1 John 1:1-3

Acts 17:11

III. Focus

Ten Weeks of Spiritual Renewal   

#6 The Ordinances: Baptism and The Lord’s Supper

I. Introduction

Ten Steps to Spiritual Renewal
#8: "Friendship"
John 15:9-17

I. Introduction
John 15:9-17

II. Symbol: The ----Cross---

A. The symbol of friendship (v. 13)

B. The symbol of ----life---. (v. 16)

C. The symbol of what Jesus ----desires for us--- (v. 12; v. 17)
John 13:35

1. Be a ---friend----
Proverbs 18:24a

To be a friend...to really love...you must know the One who is love.....God.

2. Seek to ---serve--- rather than to ----be served----.

Ten Steps to Spiritual Renewal
#10: Fear Not: Only Believe
Mark 9:14-29

I. Introduction
Mark 9:14-29

II. The Condition

III. The Opportunity

A. The ---powerlessness of unbelief---.

B. The power of ---faith in Jesus---.

C. The Relationship between......

IV. Practical Application

A. What did Jesus ----say---?

Faith must express itself.

B. What will ----expressed faith--- require?

---Belief---

----conviction and repentance---

---follow through----

Understanding Who I Am:  Changing Me
Philippians 2:12-13

I. How God changes us

Philippians 2:12-13

II. ---God's---- Part

The Three Tools He uses:

A.  ---Bible---
2 Timothy  3:16-17

B.  ---Holy Spirit-----
2 Corinthians 3:18

C.  ---Circumstances----
Romans 8:28-29

III.    ----My----   Part

Three choices that help me change:

A.  I can choose what I ----think about---.
Proverbs 4:23
Ephesians 4:23-24

Understanding Who I Am:  Discovering Joy
Philippians 1:12-26

I. Introduction
Philippians 1:12-26

II.  The Four Requisites

A.  I need a ---perspective---- to live from.
Romans 8:28

Understanding Who I am:  Ensuring Unity
Philippians 2:1-8

I. Introduction
Philippians 2:1-8

II. Take Five Steps

A.  Diffuse  ---competition----. (v. 3a)
James 4:1-2
First cause of conflict:  competing desires.

 The Road You Will Travel
Daniel 2:20-22

I.  Introduction
Daniel 2:20-22

II.  Three things you must do

A.  Decide ---now---.

B.  Make the ---right friends---.

Preaching Jesus
Acts 3:12-18

I.  The Name

A.  Some

B. The Only One

C.  The Two Questions

II.  The Names of Jesus

Repentance
Acts 3:19-26

I.  Calling sinners to repentance

A.  Old Testament

B. New Testament

C.  Definition
Matthew 3:6-8
Acts 3:19-26

II.  The Four Prompters

Repentance
Acts 3:19-26

I.   Calling Sinners to Repentance

II.  The Four Prompters

III.  The Results

A.  God will ---forgive their sin---.  (v. 19b

B.  The ---kingdom--- will come.  (v. 19c)

Persecution
Acts 4:1-31

I.  Introduction

II. The Persecution manifest  (vv. 1-4)

Acts 4:1-4

A.  The authorities disturbed:

1.

2.

Understanding Who I am:  The Missing Promise
Philippians 4:14-20

I.  Introduction
Philippians 4:14-20

II.  Looking Closely

A. The  Premise    (vv. 14-18)

The Four Big Questions
#1: What Do I Do Now?
Lamentations

I. Introduction

II. You Need to do Four Things

A. Focus your attention ---on God---.
Lamentations 3:28-29
Matthew 6:6

B. Ask God to ---remove your fears---.
Lamentations 3:55-57

The three antidotes to fear:

1. ---truth---

2. ---love---

3. ----faith----
Psalm 34:4

C. Believe God will ---restore--- you.
Lamentations 5:21
Psalm 27:13

1. Three things you should never do in a tragedy:

The Four Big Questions
#2:  How do I Know When it is Really Right?

I.  Introduction

II.  The Seven Tests

A.  Does it ---agree with the Bible----?
Luke 21:33

Seven Principles for Handling Persecution

1.  Be submissive  (vv. 5-7)

2.  Be filled with the Spirit  (v. 8a)

3.  Be aggressive in seizing opportunities  (vv. 8-13)

4. Be obedient to God at all costs  (vv. 14-22)

The Beauty and the Beast
Acts 4:32-5:11

I.  Introduction

A.  ---Honesty---

B.  ---Sin----

Where God is at work, Satan will be active.

A Remarkable Relationship

I.  Introduction
James 2:23
Isaiah 41:8

II.  This is what is needed:

A.  ----Agreement---
Genesis 26:3-5

B.  ---Loyalty and Dependability----
John 15:14

The Judgment of God
Acts 5:1-11

I.  Introduction
Acts 5:1-11

II.  The Four Scenes

A. Spiritual---pretense----.  (vv. 1-2)
Matthew 6;1-6;  16-18

Immanuel:  The Focused Church
Acts 5:12-42

I.  Introduction

II.  The Early Church

III.  The Five Keys

A.  ----Purity----.   (vv. 12b - 14)
Proverbs 27:6
Hebrews 12:5-6
Luke 9:57-62

We Need to Get Back
Jeremiah 6:13-17

I.  Introduction
Jeremiah 6:13-17

II.  The Basics

We need to get back to:

A.  The ---bush---

B.  ---Bethel----

How to be Happy....Understanding the Be-Attitudes
Matthew 5:3-12

I.  What the World Says

II.  What God Says

III.  How can ----humility---- increase my happiness?

A.  Reduces  ---stress---

How to Be Happy:  Understanding the Be-Attitudes
Matthew 5:5

I.  Introduction
Matthew 5:5

II. Is it ---logical---?

III.  Examples

IV.  What is ---meekness----?

A. Concern for ----others---.

Immanuel:  The Focused Church
Acts 5:12-42

I.  Introduction

II.  The Early Church

III.  The Five Keys to Effective Evangelism

A.  Purity  (vv. 12b-14)

B.  Power  (vv. 12a, 15016)

The Church Organized
Acts 6:1-7

I.  Introduction

Biblical church organization always responds to needs and what the Spirit is doing.

Acts 6:1-7

II.  The First ---organizational meeting---.   (vv. 1-2, 4)

A.  The ---reason----

Efforts and Effects
Acts 6:8-15

I.  Introduction
Acts 6:8-15

II.  Evidences of spiritual nobility

A.  -----Character------  (v. 8)

B.  ----Courage----  (vv. 9-14)

C.  ---Countenance----    (v. 15)

How to Be Happy:  Understanding the Be-Attitudes
Matthew 5:9

I.  Introduction

II.  Misconceptions about ----Peacemaking---.

III.  Why be a ----Peacemaker---?

A.  Unresolved conflict:

Blood....and Seed
Acts 8:1b-8

I.  Introduction

II.  The features of church ---expansion---

A.  Persecution  (vv. 1b - 3)

B.  ---Preaching---  (vv. 4-7)

C.  Productivity  (v. 8)

How to Be Happy:  Understanding the Be-Attitudes
Matthew 5:10-12

I.  The Reality  (v. 11a)

II  The ---Reason----  (v. 11b)

III.  The ----Response---

How do I handle harassment when I am persecuted for my faith?

Hope
1 Peter 1

I.  Introduction
1 Peter 1:1-13

II.  The command

A. The act of your ---will--.

B.  What is ---hope----?

C. For ---what--- do we hope?

Love
Mark 14:1-9

I.  Introduction

II. ---- Extravagant--- Love is:

A.  ----Precious--- to us.

B.  ----Pleasant--- to others.

C.  ----Perplexing--- to some.

2011:  With God all Things are Possible
Hebrews 13:5-6

I.  Introduction
Hebrews 13:5-6

II.  What should the new year bring?

A.  The Contentment of His ----provision----  
1 Timothy 6;6
Luke 12:15
Psalm 37:4
Philippians 4:11

My Heart and God's Heart
Matthew 4:19

I.  Introduction
Matthew 4:19
Matthew 22:36-39
2 Peter3:9

II.  The Essential:  My Heart in line with God's Heart.

A.  Right ----passion----
1 Corinthians 9:16
Colossians 3:23

Getting...and Staying...on Track with God
Matthew 7:7-8

Prayers that God will -----not answer----:

1.  ----Unprayed---- prayers

2.  --- Unconfessed sin--- in your life
Psalm 66:18
Proverbs 15:29

3.  ----Unbelief---- in our minds.
James 1:6-8

Getting....and Staying....on Track with God

I.  Introduction

II.  Steps to the --- Celebration---:

A.  ---Reflection---

B.  ---Release---

C. ---Renewal---

Getting...and Staying....on Track with God: Your Authority

I.  Introduction
Hebrews 1:1-2
2 Peter 1:20-21

II.  What it takes:

A.   A ---high view---- of Scripture

B.  A ----knowledge--- of the Word 

20/20 Vision:  Me....Seeing the Need....and Rejoicing
Nehemiah 1:11-2:10

I.  Introduction

Flake's Formula

1.  Know the possibilities.

2.  Enlarge the organization.

3.  Enlist and train workers.

4.  Provide space.

5.  Go after the people.

II.  This is what it takes:

20/20 Vision: Sharing God's Direction
Nehemiah 5  

I.  Introduction

Sees the need

Feels the need

Shares the need

Meets the need

A God-ordained vision will begin as a concern. Something will bother you about the way things are.

Vision is a reflection of what God wants to do through us to impact the world.  It is not about maintaining the staus quo.

20/20 Vision:  What God Expects

I.  Introduction

II.  Three things you must do:

A.  Take off ---the mask----.
Galatians 6:7
Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

B.  Take up ---the cross----.
Luke 9:23-25

C.  Take on ---the yoke---.
Matthew 11:28-30

Easter:  Empty Promises

I.  Introduction

II. The Empty Promises:

A.  The empty  ---cross---
Matthew 28:1

B.  The empty ---tomb---.
Mark 16:1-3
Matthew 28:2-3, 5
Luke 24:6
Matthew 28: 7-8

C. The empty  ---burial clothes---
John 20:2-8

III.  Conclusion
Empty your life and allow God to fill it.

Character in Four Words
Matthew 15:21-28

I.  Introduction

II.  Deserving the Praise of God

A.  She crossed ----great barriers---.

DESPERATION

LOVE

VISION

She went to the right person.

B.  She ---persisted---

She would not be overcome by discouragement.

C.  She made ---no claim---.

Why?
Matthew 28:19-20

I.  Reasons  (the answer to the "why" question)

A.  You are ---lost---.

B.  You are ---uncaring---.

C.  You need the final ---step of knowledge---.

II.  Opportunities
John 4:35   

III.  Success

IV.  Why not?

A.  Start

Realistic Expectations:  On Building a Christian Home
Deuteronomy 6:4-12

I.  Introduction
Deuteronomy 6:4-12

II.  Principles from the Bible:

A.  Make your home a place of ---importance before God----.  (v.4)

B.  Give your ------family----      to      --- God----.   (v. 5)

C.  Show your ---love by example----.  (v. 6)

Realistic Expectations:  The Needs of the Wife

"Don't marry someone you can live with.  Marry someone you know you can not live without".

Romans 12:10

I.  Introduction:  needs versus neediness.

A.  The needy person is ---never satisfied---.

B.  All persons have ----common--- needs.

C.  Men and women have ---differing---  needs.

II.  The seven basic needs of women:

The Cry for Our Nation
Isaiah 64:1-12

I. Introduction
Isaiah 64:1-12

II.  The needs of America today:

A.  We need a divine -----intervention----.  (v.1)

B.  We need a divine-----revelation----   (v. 2)

C.  We need a divine ---visitation---- (v. 2b)

Realistic Expectations:  How My Family Can Prosper
Joshua 1:8

I.  The Four Elements for a Biblical Foundation

A.  Find a ----church and join it---.

• Teaches and preaches the uncompromised Word of God
• Evangelism
• Ministers
• Winsome
• Fundamental, biblical, spiritual leadership

B.  Honor God's Word and ---Apply--- it

1.  ---obedience---

2.  ---hear----

3. ---see----

C. Make ---prayer--- a daily part of your lives.

Realistic Expectations:  There will be Conflict...how to Handle It

I.  All relationships have the ----potential for conflict---.

A.  Not all ---conflict is bad---.
Ephesians 4:26

B.  Conflict is ---not the problem---.

The real problem is the way you handle the conflict.

1.  Mismanagement of YOUR ---anger--- is the problem.

2.  You need to know how, according to God's plan, to handle conflict constructively.

Is Your Faith Working for You?
Deciding to Grow Up
James

I.  Introduction

What is maturity?

What maturity is ---not---:

1. -- age--

2.  ---appearance---

3. ----achievement---

4.  ---academics---

II.  Five Marks of a Mature Person

A.  ---Positive under pressure---
James 1:2-4

Christianity is a life.

Is Your Faith Working for You?
Help in Making Decisions
James 1:5-11

I.  Introduction

II.  The Problem:  ----Indecision---  (v.8)

A.  Three ways:

1.  ---emotions---

2.  --relationships---

3.  ---spiritual--   life (v.7)

III.  The Prescription:  ---Wisdom---  (vv. 5-6a)

A.  Three practical steps:

 Is Your Faith Working for You?
How to Treat People Right
James 2:1-13

I.  Principle  (v. 1)

No snobbery!

II.  ---Problem---

A.  ----Favoritism is unchristian----  (v. 1) 

B.  ---Favoritism is unreasonable---  (vv. 5-7)

What the Bible says about Hunger

1.  God cares greatly

2.  God calls His people to be actively involved

Is Your Faith Working for You?
Managing Your Mouth
James 3:1-12

I. Introduction
James 3:2
James 3:1-12

II.  Why ---Words---- are Important

A.  Your tongue ---directs where you go---.  (vv. 3-4)

B.  Your tongue can ----destroy what you have---.  (vv. 5-8)

C.  Your tongue ---displays who you are---.  (vv. 9-12)

Character

My problem is not my tongue..it is my heart.

Is Your Faith Working for You?
Finding Peace
James 4:1-10

I.  Introduction

II.  The Cause:   ---Conflicting Desires---

Three basic desires which cause conflict:

A.  Desire to ---have---.  ----Possessions---.  (vv. 1b - 2a)

we use things and love people.

we love things and use people.

Not tithing

Desiring more and more

Making unwise purchases

Is your Faith Working for You?
What about your Future?
James 4:13-17

I.  Introduction

II.  The common Mistakes

A.  ---Planning--- without God.  (v. 13)

Include God in your goal setting

Three possible response to God's will:

1.  ---reference----

2. ----deference---

3. ----preference---

B.  ---Presuming--- about tomorrow.  (vv. 14, 16)